We will have a dedicated conference room (Conference Room 411) where one or two seasoned Chamber Executives and occasionally one of our speakers who will be available for attendees to come in and ask questions, discuss personal situations or discuss topics not covered in this year's conference.

If you've already registered, we look forward to seeing you soon, and if you've not registered yet, we hope you'll join us!

Wednesday, November 2, 20166:00 - 9:00 am Breakfast for all guests in the Breakfast Nook ​​

​8:00 - 9:30 a.m.: Complete Integrated Billing training, including export/import of information to QuickBooks with troubleshooting training. THIS IS NOT INTENDED FOR THOSE USING CQI (if you are unsure please contact ChamberMaster Support at 800-825-9171, option 4)

9:00-11:00 a.m. The Power of the Inbox: ​Tips and Tricks for Successful Email Marketing (Conference Room 411) What is the first impression you give when they see you in their email inbox? And when they see you there, what do they do? This powerful seminar takes you step-by-step through the keys to effective email marketing:

What it really is (and isn’t)

What it can do for your business

And the five easy steps you must take to harness the power of the inbox!

From revealing why regular email doesn't work, to insider tips and techniques like automated list building tools and the design elements that work (and those that don't!), this seminar will give you the keys to the most effective marketing you can do: email marketing.

For the last 30 minutes of the session, we will take a live look at the new Constant Contact editor. See how easy it is to use and some of the cool new features that will help to supercharge your email marketing!:11:30 a.m.​ Opening remarks/lunch (Bluffs & Dogwood Ballroom)Lunch sponsored by ChamberMaster12:15-2:30 p.m. Road to Relevance (Bluffs & Dogwood Ballrooms)​Presented by Mary Byers, CAE. Mary helps associations remain relevant in an increasingly competitive environment. The author of Race for Relevance: 5 Radical Changes for Associations and Road to Relevance: 5 Strategies for Competitive Associations, she’s worked with a wide variety of associations (both individual membership and trade groups) and helps volunteer leaders and staff alike create a viable and sustainable future.​​ ​Introduction by John Beintema - ActOnEnergy2:30 - 3:00 p.m. ​ Break

3:00 - 4:00 p.m. ​Concurrent Sessions

​Helping your Members Embrace New Technology (Bayview Ballroom) Presented by Eric Thomas In this session, Eric will discuss technology and how to help your membership gain knowledge and share information. He’ll discuss creation and enhancement of a technology committee for your chamber. The session will include ideas on topics, organization, and involvement of your chamber members. Eric will also discuss how the committee can help your chamber, your IT needs, and how to get some free and excellent advice!

How to Develop the Leaders Around You (Breakfast Nook) Presented by Lisa Steelman & Jeffrey Flack, John Maxwell Certified Trainers, Quincy IL

Beginning Advocacy - Join Kyle and learn how to start a Government Affairs program which focuses on business-related issues and how to work with locally elected officials. (Breakfast Nook) Presented by Kyle Anderson, Illinois Association of REALTORS®

Discounted rate: $79 per night Ask for IACCE Conference Rate Travel Information​​Amtrak is offering our attendees a 10% discount off the best available rail fare to Quincy between October 30, 2016 – November 07, 2016. To book your reservation call Amtrak at 1 (800) 872-7245 or contact your local travel agent.

Fares cannot be booked via the Internet. Please be sure to refer to Convention Fare Code X57C-956 when making your reservation. This offer is not valid on the Auto Train and Acela Service. Fare is valid on Amtrak Regional for all departures seven days a week, except for holiday blackouts. Offer valid with Sleepers, Business Class or First Class seats with payment of the full applicable accommodation charges.

​Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and/or the Quality Inn will provide complimentary transportation from the station to the hotel—a 15-minute ride. The trains run:

​Interested in an opportunityto be a sponsor? 2016 Sponsorship Opportunitiesclick to download​The temperature is difficult to control in the conference rooms, so it is recommended to dress in layersto remain comfortable throughout the day.A huge thank you to the 2016 Fall Conference Committee: Conference Chair:Amy LootenQuincy Area Chamber of Commerce